Have you ever imagined the pressure of caring for someone in their final days, who holds onto secrets that simply won't let them go? In 'Holding On: The Troubled Life of Billy Kerr', you and your friends take on the role of the nursing staff responsible for Billy, a 60-year-old man admitted to the hospital after a massive heart attack during a flight from Sydney to London. The diagnosis is bleak: he only has a few days to live. But Billy isn't ready to leave without settling some emotional debts.

This is a poignant cooperative experience where the goal goes beyond just maintaining the patient's vital signs. You must balance managing medical emergencies with building a bond of trust with Billy. Across 10 replayable scenarios, players piece together the puzzle of his life, diving into fragmented memories and a troubled past. The ultimate goal is to help Billy find the courage needed to confront three deep regrets that keep him 'holding on' despite his failing body.

Blending worker placement and storytelling, the game transforms your table into a tense and reflective hospital environment. You'll need total synergy to manage resources and actions, trying to discover who Billy Kerr really was while fighting against the clock. It's a game that stirs emotions, dealing with heavy themes like death and grief, but with the beauty of showcasing the extraordinary life of an ordinary person. If you enjoy games that tell deep stories and challenge your logic through puzzles, this title is an intense dive into human psychology.